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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White versus heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++ .

Last updated on April 29, 2024. Published on August 08, 2021

Overview

What they are

These products are both sunscreens. They have a total of 5 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain exfoliants and SPF

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, anti aging and brightening skin

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, parabens or sulfates

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Sunscreen Brand
Sunscreen South Korean Brand South Korea

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

Sunscreen

Sunscreens help absorb or reflect UV radiation and protect skin against skin damage. Sunscreens may come in the form of lotion, gel, foam, spray, or solid-stick.

Price

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Buy Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++

Starts at $8.49
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Starts at $13.89

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
spf rating
50

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (3)
Mineral UV Filter (2)
AHA
Exfoliators (3)
Ceramides
Hyaluronic Acid

Benefits

Hydrating (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Chemical UV Filter (6)
Exfoliators
Niacinamide

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin
Redness Reducing
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting
Brightening

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (3)
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 1.

heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 1.

2
What it does: UV Absorber, UV Filter
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is an organic compound that provides UVB protection. It often goes by the more common name of octinoxate. It is created from methoxycinnamic acid and 2-ethylhexanol.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate absorbs UVB rays with wavelengths between 280-320 nm. UV absorbers protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.

UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA, causing sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer.

The state of Hawaii has banned sunscreens containing octinoxate due to its potential impact on coral reefs. More research is needed to bridge gaps in this research. The European Union allows higher levels of octinoxate in sunscreens than the US and Australia.

Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate is oil soluble. It is not stable and may lose efficacy when exposed to sunlight.

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Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 2.

heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 3.

3
What it does: Humectant, Masking, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Butylene Glycol (or BG) is used within cosmetic products for a few different reasons:

  • It is a solvent, meaning that it helps to dissolve other ingredients. This also enhances the absorption of the product into one's skin.
  • It is a humectant, which means that it helps attract moisture into the skin.
  • It helps improve product application.

Overall, Butylene Glycol is a safe and well-rounded ingredient. It is unlikely to irritate skin, and works well with pretty much all other ingredients.

Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 3.

heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 2.

4
What it does: UV Filter
Community Rating: Liked

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate (DHHB) is a chemical UVA absorber. It is formulated for high UVA protection (320-400 nm) and photostability.

DHHB has been approved by the EU, Japan, Taiwan, and South America for use up to 10%.

UV absorbers are an agent that absorbs UV rays. They protect your skin by using chemical reactions to convert UV rays into heat and energy.

UV rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation from the sun. Other sources include tanning beds and welding torches. Radiation is the emission of energy. UV Rays are divided into 3 groups. UVA (320-400 nm) contains the least amount of energy. They are linked to long term skin damage such as wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. UVB (290-320 nm) rays emit more energy than UVA rays. They are capable of damaging DNA in skin cells. UVB causes sunburns and are thought to be linked to skin cancer. UVC (200-280 nm) contains the highest amount of energy. Our ozone blocks UVC. UVC can also originate from welding torches, mercury lamps, and sanitizing bulbs.

Learn more about Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate

Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 4.

heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 10.

5
What it does: Emulsion Stabilising
Community Rating: Disliked

This is a synthetic polymer. It helps improve the texture of products by adding thickness and gel-like feel.

It is also an emulsifer, meaning it prevents ingredients such as oil and water from separating. It also helps evenly disperse other ingredients.

Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 02 White contains this as ingredient number 10.

heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++ contains this as ingredient number 11.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

26% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
41% are disliked or very disliked
21% have no rating yet
27% are loved or liked
7% have mixed ratings
57% are disliked or very disliked
10% have no rating yet

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Reviews

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Canmake Mermaid Skin Gel UV SPF 50+ PA++++ 39 ingredients

3.8 /5
from 0 ratings
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unicorn

1 year ago · Combination Skin
Review

Okay
I prefer a more matte finish, and this does not give me that effect. I found this way too greasy on my skin.

heimish Artless Glow Base SPF50+ PA+++ 30 ingredients

3.0 /5
from 1 rating
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bchklli_980

1 year ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

Brightens skin but can cause irritation
Overall it did brighten my skin and make my base glowy but it caused irritation around my eye area. I...

Brightens skin but can cause irritation
Overall it did brighten my skin and make my base glowy but it caused irritation around my eye area. I don't know if it's cause of other skincare products I combined with it but so far probably wouldn't reccomend for sensitive skin. Product also has fragrance

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